Oil Pressure Test 2.7L EcoBoost & 3.3L Duratec & 5.0L Ti-VCT
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2021 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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NOTE: It is necessary to disconnect the battery to avoid setting any DTCs that could cause the PCM to command the oil pressure to other than what should be observed from a correctly operating system during the oil pressure test.
Disconnect the battery ground cable.For additional information, refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Remove the EOP sensor. Refer to the appropriate Electronic Engine Controls article.
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NOTE: The VDOP (variable displacement oil pump) solenoid and the EOP sensor must be connected and functional during the oil pressure test.
Assemble the oil pressure adaptors as needed to the oil gallery port. Install the commercially available oil pressure gauge.
1. M12x1.5 Male to 1/8 NPT Female adaptor
2. 1/8 NPT Male to two 1/8 NPT Female T-fitting
3. Commercially available oil pressure gauge
4. 1/8 NPT Male to M12x1.5 Female adaptor
5. Oil pressure sensor - Connect the EOP sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the battery ground cable.For additional information, refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Disconnect the battery ground cable.For additional information, refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
- Disconnect the EOP sensor electrical connector.
- Remove the commercially available oil pressure gauge. Remove the oil pressure adaptors.
- Install the EOP sensor. Refer to the appropriate Electronic Engine Controls article.
- Connect the battery ground cable.For additional information, refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .